Greve Villa for Rent: Villa del Chiostro - Property 87926

About the Experience
Ideal for a small family or a romantic getaway, this Chianti Classico rental villa is part of an 11th century abbey. Complete with a private swimming pool, terrace and garden areas, there are plenty of ways to experience relaxation at this villa for rent in Tuscany. Go out after breakfast into the Tuscan countryside to find quaint hill towns, outdoor markets, traditional food and fine wine--with several great cities of art within daytrip distance. At night, barbecue ?al fresco? under the stars while reminiscing together about your adventures.

Location
This Tuscan villa is located near Lucolena in Italy?s Chianti Clasico wine region. In the middle of the triangle formed by Florence, Siena, and Arezzo, this rental villa is in an ideal spot for day trips throughout the Tuscany/Chianti region. The nearest small town is Lucolena, which is a 4 km drive from the villa and has a small store with basic essentials, a pub, and an inexpensive (but delicious) pizza place. Just a little further is Dimezzano-- an even smaller town with one outstanding restaurant. Nearby Greve is one of the central towns of the Chianti, with a wine shop literally around every corner. There is a market here every Saturday morning, and a train station that will take you to Florence in 20 minutes. In Florence, world-renowned for its art and culture, you can shop the Ponte Vecchio, marvel at the statue of David, step back in time at the Pitti Palace, or tour the wonders of the Uffizi Gallery. Of course, you could also simply relax in the square outside the Duomo with a book or a cappuccino. Within daytrip distance is Siena, a picturesque city and a wonderful example of the Tuscan Medieval Ages.
Arezzo: 68 km
Siena: 35 km
Florence: 35 km
Greve: 17 km
Figline Valdarno (train station): 11 km
Radda in Chiati: 9 km
Dimezzano: 6 km
Lucolena: 4 km

Exterior Description
An 11th century abbey once belonging to the Camaldolesi brothers has been incorporated into this old house. Keeping with the original architectural style, the renovated villa still maintains parts of the abbey. From its vantage point, there are panoramic views of the Chianti Classico landscape. There is a large fenced garden with a swimming pool (4m x 11m), terrace, garden furniture, barbecue and plenty of parking.

Interior Description
(90 m2)
Ground floor: Designed with simple, relaxing furnishings, this villa has a living/dining room with a satellite TV and table with seating for four. The kitchenette has a cook-top and a mini-oven. On this floor there is a bedroom with a 160 cm queen-size bed and a separate bathroom with a sink, bidet, WC and a shower.
First floor: Going up the stairs is a room with two 80cm narrow single beds (suitable for young people) and a bathroom with a sink, WC and a shower. This room has direct access to a terrace.

Features
Available Amenities: Private swimming pool (4m x 11m, open mid-May - end of September), terrace, all utilities (excluding heating), washing machine, cook-top, mini-oven, barbecue and satellite TV.
Extra Services: The following are listed as an aid for trip planning; the services and prices are approximate and cannot be guaranteed by Rentvillas. All extra services are payable locally in cash.
# Heating (central): According to consumption

Nearby Attractions: Lucolena (store, pub), Dimezzano, Greve (market, train), Florence (Ponte Vecchio, Pitti Palace, Uffizi Gallery, the Duomo), Siena.